What Is Body Doubling — and Why a Focus Companion Beats a Plain Timer
A practical guide to ambient "study with me" focus, body doubling for ADHD and deep work, and how Locked In gives you coworking presence without a camera or calendar.
Why you focus better with company
Body doubling is the simple idea that having another person present — even silently — makes it easier to start and stay on task. It's why "study with me" videos, coworking spaces, and library tables work. Your brain registers "someone else is working too" and the friction to procrastinate drops.
The problem with most focus tools is they stop at a countdown. A Pomodoro timer tells you when to stop; it doesn't help you start when you're alone at midnight with a blank document.
Ambient presence without video
Locked In gives you that presence on demand: pick a vibe (Quiet Library, Rain Desk, Cafe, Late Night), set any session length, and lock in alongside a warm companion who greets you, checks in along the way, and sends you off when you're done. No matching, no scheduling, no camera.
The core loop — full timer, one free vibe, streaks, daily log, Live Activity, widget — stays free forever. Membership unlocks every vibe, new packs, and streak insights.
Try Locked In on the App Store
If plain timers haven't stuck, see the Locked In product page for screenshots, pricing, and the public privacy policy. Stop white-knuckling focus alone — lock in with company.